Google did not push out Android 4.2 Jelly Bean update to Nexus S, which is believed to be due to hardware limitations. However, the device received latest Jelly Bean through custom releases by developers on several occassions. A few days ago, CyanogenMod 10.1 ROM based on Android 4.2.2 was released for the handset.

Now the SlimROMs team has released official SlimBean 4.2.2 Build 1 ROM for the international version of Nexus S with model number I9020. The ROM brings Android 4.2.2 update for Nexus S, which is currently running on Android 4.1.2.

Navigate to the source page to learn more about the bug issues of SlimBean ROM.

Nexus S users, who wish to install the SlimBean 4.2.2 Build 1 ROM on their Nexus S manually, may follow our step-by-step tutorial below. IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held responsible for any damage to the device. Users are reminded to verify the model number of their handsets since the aforementioned Jelly Bean ROM is compatible only with Nexus S I9020.

Pre-requisites

1) Install USB Driver for Nexus S on the computer.

2) Enable USB Debugging Mode. [Press Menu>> Settings>> Applications. From there navigate and click on Development option and ensure the USB Debugging Mode is turned on.]

3) The Nexus S should be rooted and have ClockworkMod (CWM) recovery installed.

4) Backup all the date of the phone. If the device is having a custom recovery installed, make back-up for the same.